Fox CottageFox Cottage is a very special, quirky and quaint classic bach that also took out the Silver Medal in the Hospitality category. Surrounded by native bush and birdlife, the cottage features natural timbers, New Zealand art and quality furnishings that create a relaxed and warm decor. Just remember to bring your beach towels and your jandals.View property details

People's Choice Bach of the Year Award

The People's Choice Bach of the Year Award has been presented to the bach that received the most votes as submitted by the public.

Category medal winners

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Our 2018 expert judges Goran and Laura awarded the gold, silver and bronze medals to the top three baches in each category.

Wendy Moore

Wendy Moore is a highly experienced editor and publisher with a proven track record in building and managing agile and desirable magazine brands. With experience across some of the most iconic brands, from the Australian Women's Weekly and Burke's Backyard, to Disney, Australian Home Beautiful, and most recently Better Homes & Gardens, Wendy is one of Australia's most respected publishing executives and judge on Seven’s hit show House Rules.

Charlie Albone

Director and Head Designer of Inspired Exteriors, Charlie Albone, is one of Australia’s most prominent landscape designers, having worked in Australia and internationally for the past 15 years. As The LifeStyle Channel’s expert landscape designer, Charlie has presented and hosted a number of shows, including Selling Houses Australia. In 2013, he was invited to design a show garden at the inaugural Australian Garden Show Sydney, for which he won a prestigious silver medal. Since then he has gone on to win two silver-gilt medals at the Chelsea Flower Show, London, with the honour of being the only Australian ever to compete at Chelsea in consecutive years.

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DesignCheck out the 2018 winners and finalists

2018 Design Finalists

Superb interiors and impressive builds that will make an impression for years to come.